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European Commission approves AkzoNobel/Axalta merger

2026-11-09T12:30:00+00:00By Robert Wielaard

The transaction is expected to be completed in early 2027

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Qatar Boat Show sees double-digit visitor growth as GCC participation surges

2026-11-09T16:22:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

This year’s event drew more than 10% more visitors than its 2025 edition, with a 30% rise in GCC exhibitors

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Sicomin’s GreenPoxy 550 helps build lighter mast for historic Tuiga

2026-11-09T15:55:00+00:00

Specialist shipyard Gilbert Pasqui used Sicomin’s bio-based epoxy resin to build Tuiga’s lighter spruce mast

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US startup books US$5bn in ‘flying boat’ orders

2026-11-09T15:34:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito

Regent’s battery-electric Seaglider merges the best of boats and planes

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Marinas help lift LAMDA's results for first nine months of 2026

2026-11-09T15:21:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

Flisvos Marina posts record EBITDA, but Ellinikon project weighs on overall results

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Superyacht Summit Türkiye concludes fourth edition in Istanbul

2026-11-09T14:55:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Bahar Öztürk

This year’s event brought together more than 550 delegates, 40+ speakers, and representatives from over 20 shipyards

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NZ builder increases production as it expands Australian presence

2026-11-09T12:52:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves

Allan Tongs targets at least three boats annually under new manufacturing strategy

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RS Sailing secures new investment to support growth

2026-11-09T12:36:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves

Swedish marine investor Fredriksborgs joins long-standing UK manufacturing partner Rototek in backing the dinghy builder

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Neil Marine brings Hidea outboards to Sri Lanka

2026-11-09T12:30:00+00:00By Tony Esposito

The Sri Lankan boatbuilder signs exclusive deal to supply Chinese-made outboard engines

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Leigh-Smith Yachts opens Sydney office at d’Albora The Spit Marina

2026-11-09T12:30:00+00:00

Australian brokerage extends its east coast presence with new Mosman location

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Bay Rider Boats grows Florida presence with Black Label Marine Group partnership

2026-11-09T12:30:00+00:00

North Carolina-based builder adds four new Black Label locations, expanding access to its boats across Florida’s Gulf Coast

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China explores yachtbuilding and refit collaboration with Maldivian firms

2026-11-09T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves

Talks with Gulf Craft Maldives and Alshaali Marine could support new yacht manufacturing and servicing facilities in Sanya

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Howden names new head of Superyachts London

2026-11-09T12:30:00+00:00By David Robinson

Emma Carpenter will help shape the development of Howden’s superyacht offering as part of its global superyacht team

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UK RIB manufacturer enters voluntary liquidation

2026-11-06T15:56:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

Debts exceed £4m, leaving all 18 employees facing job losses

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Yamaha reports higher revenues, profits

2026-11-06T15:21:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Yamaha reports higher nine-month revenues and profits as marine earnings surge despite softer US demand and tariff pressures

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Next Yacht Group’s Delmiglio among Forbes Italia’s Top 100 CMOs 2026

2026-11-06T14:54:00+00:00

Stefania Delmiglio, the executive behind the repositioning of Maiora and AB Yachts, is recognised for strategic leadership shaping two of Italy’s leading yachting brands

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Sirena Yachts appoints new US dealer for southeast expansion

2026-11-06T14:14:00+00:00

Turkish builder partners with Yachts360 to strengthen presence across Florida and neighbouring states

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Cigarette Racing, Yacht Hub Group form partnership to expand in EU and Africa

2026-11-06T14:02:00+00:00By Tony Esposito

YHG to establish Cigarette Racing Europe, overseeing the brand’s development across 70 countries

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Integrel Solutions doubles turnover, hires commercial chief

2026-11-06T13:38:00+00:00By Jill Sayles

Hybrid propulsion specialist appoints new commercial chief after turnover doubles and order book hits £7m

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Kongsberg Maritime unveils new logo and brand tagline

2026-11-06T13:34:00+00:00By David Robinson

New identity marks Kongsberg Maritime’s independence following its demerger from Kongsberg Gruppen

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People on the Move this Week

2026-11-06T13:07:00+00:00

New appointments at BSI Rigging, Ferretti, Sunseeker and more

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Caterpillar reports 17% Q3 revenue gain

2026-11-06T12:36:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

US engine builder reports record sales in second consecutive quarter with revenues exceeding $20bn

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Cummins reports record Q3 earnings

2026-11-06T12:36:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Strong demand for power generation equipment drives record EBITDA and earnings per share as consolidated revenues climb 13%

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Azimut Yachts deepens ties with Assets Group at Qatar Boat Show

2026-11-06T12:36:00+00:00By David Robinson

Under new deal Italian yacht builder becomes Preferred Luxury Yacht Partner

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Performance Sailcraft’s Magic expands internationally, opens to other manufacturers

2026-11-06T11:37:00+00:00By Jill Sayles

The finance scheme launches in Australia as talks begin with other dinghy and marine equipment makers

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Five reasons to attend the Boat Builder Awards 2026

2026-11-06T11:19:00+00:00

The industry’s annual celebration of boatbuilding excellence returns to Metstrade on 18 November, with tickets now on sale

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Twin Disc returns to profit with strong Q1

2026-11-05T16:15:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Double-digit revenue growth supports return to profitability as propulsion equipment manufacturer reports stronger demand across international markets

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Malibu Boats posts mixed Q3 as Saxdor debuts and fiscal year shifts

2026-11-05T16:02:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito

Saxdor and Saltwater gains offset Ski/Wake softness as Malibu transitions to calendar-year fiscal reporting

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KVH narrows Q3 losses as revenues grow

2026-11-05T15:45:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Higher recurring service revenues and LEO terminal sales drive 35% growth, while adjusted EBITDA improves year-over-year

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Lippert reports mixed bag for Q3

2026-11-05T15:25:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Gross profit and margins improve despite lower revenues, as marine sales growth offsets continued weakness in RV markets

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MasterCraft Boat Holdings expands dealer network across five brands

2026-11-05T15:09:00+00:00By Neil Eaves

US boatbuilder adds 13 pontoon dealerships alongside new appointments across Europe and North America

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Sunseeker appoints Daren Morris as CFO

2026-11-05T14:43:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

Morris succeeds Dean Lawler as the yacht builder strengthens its leadership team for its next phase of growth

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Qatar Boat Show opens with strong regional presence

2026-11-05T14:16:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett and Mahmoud Itani

International and regional yacht brands gather in Doha for the four-day show’s new launches and debuts

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Fiji’s yachting sector delivers FJ$57.4m boost as government weighs reforms

2026-11-05T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

Over 800 yachts visited Fiji last year, generating strong revenue for marinas, boatyards, and island communities nationwide

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FPT joins Confindustria Nautica to boost marine presence

2026-11-05T11:45:00+00:00By Jill Sayles

Engine maker becomes member of Italian trade body as it eyes growth in recreational marine segment

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Cox Marine appoints Diesel-Bec as Canadian distribution partner

2026-11-05T11:38:00+00:00

Cox Marine has named Diesel-Bec Power Solutions Inc. as its new distribution partner in Canada, strengthening the diesel outboard manufacturer’s sales, service and customer support capabilities in the market.